mithridatic
Pronunciation: /ˌmɪθrɪˈdeɪtɪk/
The English word “mithridatic” has 3 meanings listed here.
adjective
- Of or related to mithridates, universally curative against all poisons.
- Of or related to mithridatism, the gradual acquisition of immunity to poison through repeated exposure.
noun
- Synonym of antidote: a treatment which functions like a mithridate.
Etymology
General application of Mithridatic, q.v.
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